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Struggling to Stem Extremism, Tajikistan Targets Beards and Head Scarves
After Tajiks were charged with a deadly attack in Moscow, the country has cracked down on signs of Islam. But…
Sri Lankan Leftist Candidate Dissanayake Claims Presidential Election
Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Sajith Premadasa go forward after no candidates gained 50% in first round.
The Sri…
The Compass That Leads to Chaos: Why the JVP is a Risk Sri Lanka Cannot Afford
As Sri Lanka gears up for the 2024 presidential elections, the political landscape is alive with a peculiar sort…
Peru’s controversial ex-president Fujimori buried after national mourning
While Alberto Fujimori was hailed for crushing a leftist insurgency and boosting the economy, he was convicted…
Tajikistan: Pamiri minority facing systemic discrimination in ‘overlooked human…
The Tajikistani authorities are perpetuating systemic discrimination and severe human rights violations against…
Tajikistan: Has anything changed?
Brussels/Dushanbe (10/8- 75)
Once more Tajikistan comes on the radar screen. Who will be the next president of…
In Tajikistan, Clerics And Government Officials Are Deciding What Women Should…
Women’s clothes are high on the government’s agenda once again in Tajikistan, where authorities and Islamic…
Meet the founder who built and sold a $600M enterprise software startup from Sri…
Sanjiva Weerawarana is a Sri Lankan success story. He founded enterprise software firm WSO2 in 2005, got it…
China, Tajikistan elevate ties during Xi’s landmark visit
China and Tajikistan on Friday announced the elevation of ties to comprehensive strategic…
Tajikistan Passes Bill to Ban Hijab Despite 98% Muslim Population
Tajikistan officially banned the hijab, imposing hefty fines in its latest move to curb Islamic influence.
The…